English Composition (ENC)

Introduces students to writing as a process with an emphasis on paragraph-length assignments and writing in response to reading. Stresses basic conventions of standard English as these apply to students' own work as well as the use of technology to produce and share writing. Lecture: 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).

Applies writing as a process with instruction in intermediate writing skills and technology. Stresses organization, idea development through critical thinking, and editorial improvement through multi-paragraph writings. Introduces basic research and documentation through writing in response to reading. Lecture: 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).

Introduces and applies writing as a process, beginning with basic writing skills and paragraph length assignments and moving toward intermediate writing skills and multi-paragraph assignments. Stresses application of basic conventions of standard English. Emphasizes organization, topic development through critical thinking, editorial improvement through systematic revision, and the use of technology to produce and share writing. Introduces basic research and documentation through writing in response to reading. Lecture: 4 credits (60 contact hours).